Balby Central Primary Academy
URN: 143962 • Doncaster DN4 0LL
Overview
- Name
- Balby Central Primary Academy
- URN
- 143962
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE ROSE LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Cooke (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01302321914
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Littlemoor Lane, Doncaster DN4 0LL
Summary
Balby Central Primary Academy is a two-form entry primary school located in the Balby community of Doncaster. With a current enrollment of 445 pupils, the school has a capacity for 480 students. The academy prides itself on its inclusive ethos and commitment to celebrating each child's individuality, fostering a supportive environment where high expectations for learning and behaviour are upheld.
The school is dedicated to providing a high-quality curriculum that encourages students to excel academically and personally. Balby Central emphasizes the importance of building strong citizenship among its pupils, helping them to learn from their successes and develop into well-rounded individuals. The academy is part of the Rose Learning Trust, which focuses on ensuring that the best interests of children are at the forefront of educational practices.
Balby Central Primary Academy values professional development and collaboration with partner schools, aiming to continuously improve the educational experience for all students. The school community is encouraged to engage with its resources and stay informed through the school's website and communications.
The school is dedicated to providing a high-quality curriculum that encourages students to excel academically and personally. Balby Central emphasizes the importance of building strong citizenship among its pupils, helping them to learn from their successes and develop into well-rounded individuals. The academy is part of the Rose Learning Trust, which focuses on ensuring that the best interests of children are at the forefront of educational practices.
Balby Central Primary Academy values professional development and collaboration with partner schools, aiming to continuously improve the educational experience for all students. The school community is encouraged to engage with its resources and stay informed through the school's website and communications.
Useful links
- School Spider (other)
- Balby Central Primary@balbycentral (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Balby Central Primary Academy (other)
- Our Trust (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Warmsworth Primary School (79.1)
- Bentley High Street Primary School (79.1)
- Hill Top Primary School (76.7)
- St Oswald's CofE Academy (75.5)
- Scawsby Saltersgate Junior School (75.4)
Key details
- LA
- Doncaster
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE ROSE LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 445
- Boys
- 240
- Girls
- 205
- FSM %
- 40.00
- Open date
- 2017-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 445 | 240 | 205 | 480 | 40.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 469 | 256 | 213 | 480 | 37.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 451 | 241 | 210 | 480 | 38.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 451 | 241 | 210 | 480 | 38.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 443 | 233 | 210 | 480 | 34.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 444 | 243 | 201 | 480 | 24.30 |
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